Mission and Goals

Mission Statement: The primary purpose of the Idaho Perinatal Project is to reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality and to improve pregnancy outcomes throughout the state of Idaho.

Goals:

I. Initiate and support the creation of a database for maternal/child outcomes. Correlate, analyze, and make recommendations regarding maternal/child statistical data for the state of Idaho.

II. Provide education to perinatal health care professionals, and the general public.

III. Become recognized as a main resource and advocate in maternal/infant health by:

A. Institutions and providers of maternal/infant health care;
B. Legislators and the governor;
C. Other maternal/infant health organizations;
D. The general public.

IV. Assess board membership annually to assure appropriate representation.